2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines
2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines (2/3) was an infantry battalion in the United States Marine Corps based out of Marine Corps Base Hawaii consisting of approximately 1,000 Marines and sailors. The battalion fell under the command of the 3rd Marine Regiment and the 3rd Marine Division. The battalion was deactivated in January 2022 as part of the Marine Corps' ongoing Force Design efforts.
| 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines | |
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2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines insignia | |
| Active | May 1, 1942 – December 31, 1945 July 20, 1951 – January 21, 2022 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Type | Light infantry |
| Role | Locate, close with and destroy the enemy with fire and maneuver |
| Part of | 3rd Marine Regiment 3rd Marine Division |
| Nickname(s) | "Island Warriors" |
| Motto(s) | "Fortuna Fortes Juvat (Fortune Favors the Brave)" |
| Engagements | World War II |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Hector de Zayas |
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